Station-House Lodgers 1874

"Station-House Lodgers" is a wood engraving by American artist Winslow Homer, created in 1874. The artwork depicts a stark scene of a crowded, cramped, and unkempt jail cell with a group of men sleeping on the floor. The scene is devoid of comfort or hope, illustrating the harsh realities of poverty and incarceration in the 19th century. Homer's use of meticulous detail and subtle shading creates a sense of realism and empathy for the subjects. The artwork is part of the collection at the Minneapolis Institute of Art and is a poignant testament to Homer's ability to capture the human condition.